The Broadcast is Back!

Broadcasting information for a large audience is back. But this time, it does not involve a radio or a satellite dish. This broadcast involves a microphone and an internet connection. Welcome to podcasting. Until recently, I didn't quite understand how a podcast could be used in the classroom. Why would my students want to hear my voice on iTunes or on their mp3 player? But then it hit me...I can dispense information verbally without having to repeat myself over and over again (you know what I am talking about). Through a podcast, my students and parents can hear my homework, expectations, due dates and any other important information that I have for my class. I post my podcast to Edline every Monday. I also have it on iTunes. The best part is...every single bit of it is free!

Podcasts in Plain English:

Creating your own podcast:

Check out this screencast to learn how to create and post your first podcast! You can also see how to embed it into Edline and get published in iTunes! If you prefer, you can watch the video on YouTube by clicking the title in the video player.

Example of a Podcast:

Here is an example of a podcast that I use in my classroom...